Yao
boy nameYao entered the US charts in 1984, peaked at #3925 in 1984, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1984–2025
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rank today
#3925
peak (1984)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6367 |
| 1990s | #7315 |
| 2000s | #10349 |
| 2010s | #11332 |
| 2020s | #12193 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Yao are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Yao alive today was born around 2005, making them about 20 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Yao in 2025?
- Yao is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Yao most popular?
- Yao peaked in 1984, reaching #3925 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Yao with classmates?
- Yao will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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